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Monday, April 23, 2012

About Internet / Network Security: Scam Fighting Special Edition

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From Andy O'Donnell, your Guide to Internet / Network Security
This week we focus on scam busting tools and tactics. Can you spot a scam a mile away? Check out the articles below to learn more about how you can sharpen your scam-spotting spidey-sense.

Become a Human Lie Detector With F.A.C.E Training
Social engieering attacks perpetrated by hackers such as Kevin Mitnik often surceed because many people have trouble detecting deception. Can someone be taught to spot a lie?... Read More

How to Scam-proof Your Brain
You may have already had some of the best anti-scam training available if you took the "recognizing propaganda techniques" course that was taught in elementary schools back in the cold war 1980s. If you missed it...Read More
See More About:  scams  phishing attacks  identity theft

Beware of the 'Ammyy' Security Patch Phone Scam
This may be the biggest most expensive scam of all time. It all starts with a phone call to your home. Learn why so many people are falling for the 'Ammyy' Scam...Read More
See More About:  scams  scareware  phone scams

The Shadowy World of Malware Affiliate Marketing
When it comes to malware and scareware, it's all about the money. Learn about the new internet-based criminal economy that is centered around malware affiliate marketing programs...Read More
See More About:  malware  malware attack 

 


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